Tongs
noun, (usually used with a plural verb)
1.
any of various implements consisting of two arms hinged, pivoted, or otherwise fastened together, for seizing, holding, or lifting something (usually used with pair of).
noun
1.
tongs.
verb (used with object)
2.
to lift, seize, gather, hold, or handle with tongs, as logs or oysters.
verb (used without object)
3.
to use, or work with, tongs.
noun
1.
(in China) an association, society, or political party.
2.
(among Chinese living in the U.S.) a fraternal or secret society, often associated with criminal activities.
plural noun
1.
a tool for grasping or lifting, consisting of a hinged, sprung, or pivoted pair of arms or levers, joined at one end Also called pair of tongs
verb (transitive)
1.
to gather or seize with tongs
2.
to curl or style (hair) with curling tongs
noun
1.
(formerly) a Chinese secret society or association, esp one popularly assumed to engage in criminal activities
see: hammer and tongs
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